Omakase Sous Chef — Lead Craft & Menu Innovation

SUSHI YUKINORI PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Staff meals

Job summary

Sushi Yukinori is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team in Singapore. You will work closely with the executive chef to deliver high-quality Omakase Japanese cuisine, supervise prep, plating, and food safety, and maintain a calm, focused kitchen during busy service.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of professional kitchen experience, deep Japanese techniques, knife skills, and a passion for craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Proven expertise in Japanese cooking techniques (sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilling).
• Strong knife skills and plate presentation.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Directs food preparation and collaborates with executive chef.
• Helps design food and drink menu.
• Produces high quality plates, including design and taste.
• Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
• Ensures food is top quality and kitchen is in good condition.
• Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
• Offers suggestions and creative ideas to improve kitchen performance.
• Orders food supplies.
• Monitors and maintains kitchen equipment.
• Solves problems and maintains control in the kitchen.
• Fosters a collaborative work atmosphere.

Skills

Sushi & Japanese cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Plating & presentation

Food safety

Menu planning

Collaboration

Job description

Sushi Yukinori is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team in Singapore. You will work closely with the executive chef to deliver high-quality Omakase Japanese cuisine, supervise prep, plating, and food safety, and maintain a calm, focused kitchen during busy service.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of professional kitchen experience, deep Japanese techniques, knife skills, and a passion for craftsmanship.